Job Title:
Maintenance Engineer Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Maintenance Engineer for a 6-month contract, with the potential for extensions up to 12 months, based on business needs. This role involves ensuring the accuracy and currency of CMMS and asset data, including asset structures, spare parts, BOMs, equipment drawings, and P&IDs. The Maintenance Engineer plays a pivotal role in enabling the maintenance team to execute work safely and efficiently, minimizing downtime, and driving continuous improvement in plant reliability. Responsibilities Ensure CMMS data accuracy and integrity, including asset structure, parts lists, job plans, and work order details. Validate equipment in the plant to assure technical object and BOM accuracy. Develop and maintain detailed job plans for preventive, predictive, corrective, and routine maintenance. Define work scope, required labor, tools, parts, and safety requirements for each job. Create and provide clear, step-by-step work instructions to ensure safe and efficient execution. Manage and prioritize backlog of work orders based on equipment criticality and risk. Identify and document safety requirements, including permits and lockout/tagout procedures. Collaborate with Maintenance Supervisors and Scheduler to plan labor and communicate maintenance scope. Analyze maintenance data to identify trends and drive enhancements in preventive and predictive programs. Essential Skills Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related field OR High School Diploma/GED with 5+ years of maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment. Proficiency with CMMS (MainSaver/Ultimo/Maximo preferred) and planning tools. Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of maintenance concepts. Ability to read, interpret, and redline technical drawings, blueprints, and P&IDs. Exceptional organizational and project management skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Effective communication and collaboration skills across departments. Familiarity with OSHA standards, lockout/tagout procedures, and permit requirements. Experience with pumps, motors, instrumentation, and mechanical equipment. Ability to create and maintain BOMs. Strong computer and data management skills. Experience in an industrial plant environment. Ability to climb ladders and work in a hot production area. Ability to wear a respirator, with a requirement to be clean-shaven for fit testing. Work Environment This role is based in an industrial plant environment with a Monday-Friday schedule, working hours from 7am to 4pm. The work involves approximately 60% of the time spent in the plant and 40% in the office. The Maintenance Engineer will work alongside a team, including a manager and four others. The position requires the ability to work in a hot production area while wearing protective clothing, including a full-mask respirator. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Tampa, FL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $57.69/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Tampa,FL.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jul 7, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
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